variants
also erotical
as in sexy
of, relating to, exciting, or expressing sexual attraction or desire
the erotic aspects of the story of Beauty and the Beast
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Recent Examples of erotic
On Wednesday, attendees — who were paired up four times throughout the evening — followed conversation prompts that included offering compliments or revealing details about their erotic selves.
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Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
For example, Nicole Kidman’s erotic thriller Babygirl opened in theaters on Dec. 25, 2024, and debuted on PVOD just over a month later on Jan. 28.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
The Tom of Finland Foundation works to protect, preserve, document and educate the public about his work and other erotic artists.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 May 2025
Chatbots designed to offer empathy or erotic roleplay, such as Replika, attempt to mimic emotional responsiveness.
—Ximena Araya-Fischel, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
For example, Nicole Kidman’s erotic thriller Babygirl opened in theaters on Dec. 25, 2024, and debuted on PVOD just over a month later on Jan. 28.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
The Tom of Finland Foundation works to protect, preserve, document and educate the public about his work and other erotic artists.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 May 2025
Chatbots designed to offer empathy or erotic roleplay, such as Replika, attempt to mimic emotional responsiveness.
—Ximena Araya-Fischel, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for erotic
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To celebrate the actor's birthday and the release of his newest film, Celine Song's romantic drama Materialists, here are our picks for the sexiest Evans appearances in film through the years.—
Devan Coggan,
EW.com,
13 June 2025
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Credit to the touch of vulnerability goes to Drake’s mushy writing and 40’s groggy production that Wayne makes sexier and more emotional.—
Pitchfork,
Pitchfork,
6 June 2025
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Our favorite is Santal a La Vida, which takes the popular woody scent to a creamy, serene space that contrasts with the spicy, sensual scents it’s normally used for.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
13 June 2025
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Leslie Bibb Leslie Bibb took inspiration from suited styling with a sensual spin, wearing a minidress constructed with blazer elements.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
11 June 2025
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“Erotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/erotic. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.
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